Sep 22, 2017 | Uncategorized
There’s a gift in Jesus stories. Each one reminds us how usual we are. How quid pro quo the world that we have designed is. How too often life is cold, scared, prose. Into this world–the world of our usual brutalities–comes the saving poet, Jesus! His stories seduce...
Sep 21, 2017 | Uncategorized
“Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers for by doing so, some have entertained angels unawares.” (Hebrews 13:1)President Donald Trump and Members of Congress,As bishops of the Episcopal Church we implore you not to end the Deferred Action for Childhood...
Sep 19, 2017 | Uncategorized
Emmaus House celebrated its 50th Anniversary on Sunday, September 17 by recommitting to its good work in Peoplestown and re-affirming its designation as a Jubilee Center of The Episcopal Church. Vicky Partin, Diocesan Jubilee Officer, invited the staff, board, vestry,...
Sep 18, 2017 | Uncategorized
The Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta is proud to support these events during Pride 2017. Click here to learn more about LGBTQ+ Ministries. Shower of Stoles Display View this extraordinary collection of over a thousand liturgical stoles and other sacred items,...
Sep 18, 2017 | Uncategorized
The Episcopal Community Foundation for Middle and North Georgia is currently accepting Letters of Intent (LOIs) for our Spring General Grants – the deadline is September 30, 2017!ECF (formerly Episcopal Charities Foundation) partners with Episcopal communities...
Sep 18, 2017 | Uncategorized
Greetings from Candler School of Theology at Emory University! We wanted to share with you the latest on upcoming events that may be of interest to you. Please see the attached Word document for a full listing of events for this fall. You can keep up with the latest...
Sep 15, 2017 | Uncategorized
On their journey towards freedom. In a whirl of uncertainty. With extreme danger pursuing. Entangled by fear. Even tempted to give up the gift of liberation. Moses spoke two words to his fellow travelers, “stand firm.” Firm, not rigid. Rigid is inelastic. Rigid...
Sep 8, 2017 | Uncategorized
With the possibility that some of our members have been or will be impacted during this hurricane season, The Rev. Paul McCabe, diocesan disaster planning and response coordinator, has prepared a list of resources that give information about how to best respond...
Sep 8, 2017 | Uncategorized
It seems a simple concept. Easy access from a home to the outside world. When a disability interferes, this simple exercise can prove to be a frustrating impediment. Thanks to a faithful group of community volunteers, led by Ray Rowell of Clarkesville, this...
Sep 8, 2017 | Uncategorized
Michael Battle to preach on ‘Day 1’Director of Desmond Tutu Center and professor at General Theological SeminaryThe Very Rev. Dr. Michael Battle, Herbert Thompson Professor of Church and Society and director of the Desmond Tutu Center at General Theological Seminary...
